Basic Skills Lab Assistant, Emergency Medical Services Professions

About the role

The EMT Basic Skills Laboratory Assistant supports hands-on clinical and scenario-based EMT Basic labs in alignment with NREMT and NHTSA standards. This role helps develop competent, compassionate, entry-level EMT-Basics by ensuring clinical realism, lab safety, and achievement of program outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead assigned demonstrations to students during EMT basic skills labs under lead instructor guidance.
• Communicate learning outcomes for each skill session.
• Motivate students with a professional, responsive, and cordial attitude to perform at their highest level.
• Provide real-time coaching, feedback, and mentorship in skill performance.
• Maintain an atmosphere of dignity and propriety conducive to learning in the classroom.
• Assist in setup, breakdown, and inventory of simulation labs, ensuring readiness and cleanliness.
• Reinforce professional behavior, clinical standards, and safety protocols.
• Promote a positive learning environment aligned with Tyler Junior College values.
• Serve as a professional role model to aspiring paramedics.
• Have contact—in person, by email, or by phone—with staff, students, and the general public.
• Exhibit cultural competence and sensitivity to student diversity.
• Maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
• Understand that job responsibilities may evolve based on program needs.

Requirements

• Certificate of completion as an Emergency Medical Technician (required education).
• Minimum 6 months of current, active field experience as EMT‑B.
• Certificate of proficiency from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (required credential/licensure).
• Preferred: NREMT EMT‑B credential.
• Preferred: 1+ years of field experience as NREMT‑B.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including some evening hours.
• Work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings, with exposure to machinery noise and duties outside standard business hours.
• Physical demands: sitting, walking, standing, typing, pushing, kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Travel is not required; if travel were required, a current, valid Texas driver’s license and acceptable driving record would be needed.

Skills

• Proficiency in EMT Basic clinical skills, including CPR, AED, oxygen administration, BVM, airway adjuncts, splinting, bleeding control, basic pharmacology.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for diverse learners.
• Commitment to educational excellence and student success.
• Professionalism, reliability, and adherence to academic policy.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback, encouraging student growth.
• Familiarity with EMS simulation equipment is a plus.